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Progressives see biggest win yet in Michigan, while Trump flexes power over GOP

Progressives see biggest win yet in Michigan, while Trump flexes power over GOP

Saige Miller | Aug 5, 2026, 10:08 AM UTC
Progressives notched major wins in Michigan, while voters in Missouri and Washington rejected insurgent Democrats. Meanwhile, Trump continued to flex his influence over the Republican Party.
The majority of Americans are proud but worry about direction of the country
The majority of Americans are proud but worry about direction of the country
As the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday, Americans reflect on the state of the nation in the latest NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.
Saige Miller, Maham Javaid | Jul 1, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
In Colorado primaries, a democratic socialist wins; Bennet's governor bid ends
In Colorado primaries, a democratic socialist wins; Bennet's governor bid ends
Democrats nominated their candidate to try to unseat a Republican House member and tapped the state's attorney general as a frontrunner for governor.
Saige Miller | Jul 1, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
As Republican Party looks to future without Trump in office, Utah could be a road map
As Republican Party looks to future without Trump in office, Utah could be a road map
In 2028, President Trump will not be on the ballot, leaving Republicans to decide the future of the party. Utah — which has a complicated relationship with the president — could be a starting point.
Saige Miller | Jun 23, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
Voters weigh what kind of Democrat they want for Utah's new, blue congressional seat
Voters weigh what kind of Democrat they want for Utah's new, blue congressional seat
The reliably Republican state has its first blue-leaning seat and Utah Democrats are excited for the pickup opportunity. First, they just have to make it through the competitive primary.
Saige Miller | Jun 22, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
Graham Platner isn't going anywhere in Maine Senate race after latest controversy
Graham Platner isn't going anywhere in Maine Senate race after latest controversy
Graham Platner is denying accusations of being physically rough with former girlfriends saying that report in The New York Times and other controversies are a sign his campaign is gaining momentum.
Saige Miller, Steve Mistler | Jun 5, 2026, 8:16 PM UTC